The Transport Manager will over see the day to day operations as well as the distribution and collection of goods associated with the sites, to meet operational, legal and customer requirements. The Transport Manager will be responsible for the Transport Supervisor, Team Leaders and drivers.

Client Details

My client is a market leader in a fast consumer goods market who is hiring a Transport Manager that will over see the day to day operations as well as the distribution and collection of goods associated with the sites, to meet operational, legal and customer requirements. The Transport Manager will be responsible for the Transport Supervisor, Team Leaders and drivers.

Description

The Transport Manager will over see the day to day operations as well as the distribution and collection of goods associated with the sites, to meet operational, legal and customer requirements. The Transport Manager will be responsible for the Transport Supervisor, Team Leaders and drivers.

Arrange vehicle and driver resources to achieve efficient collection and distribution of goods. Continuously liaise with warehouse, service and helpdesk to assist in improving overall site/s performance. Plan deliveries and collections as stock level dictate.

Ensure that adequate cover for driver holidays / absence is provided where required.

Ensure that all drivers’ complete return to work forms before driving commences after absence.

Ensure all accidents are reported and forms filled in on time. (the day of accident)

Ensure that the fuel bay and surrounding land are kept in a clean and serviceable condition. (ie. Oil/add-blue-screen wash etc)

Work with the General Manager & Warehouse Manager to ensure the distribution operation is run in accordance with the Company’s Operators Licence which require the Operator to undertake and make proper arrangements so that:

The rules on driver’s hours and tachographs are observed and proper records kept.

motor vehicles and trailers are not overloaded

vehicles are operated within speed limits

Motor vehicles and trailers, including hired vehicles and trailers, are kept fit and serviceable.

drivers report promptly any defects or symptoms of defects that could prevent the safe operation of vehicles and / or trailers, and that any defects are promptly recorded in writing and records are kept (for 15 months) of all driver defect reports, all inspections, routine maintenance and repairs to vehicles and trailers and these are made available on request and Recruit and induct new drivers in the areas of customer skills and delivery routes.

Continually review best practice regarding vehicle and driver safety and efficiencies with a view to reducing costs as a percentage of sales.

Maintain the driver level to ensure deliveries and collections are made without affecting customer satisfaction. Looking to continually develop relief drivers,) and in cases of extreme staff shortage, stepping in to cover a route short term.

Monitor driver’s hours to ensure ongoing compliance with the Working Time Directive and specific Drivers Hours’ Legislation.

Ensure all staff are treated fairly and with respect, ensure all staff are kept informed of changes that affect them and explain why decisions to move drivers from one route to another have been made.

Ensure that disciplinary issues are investigated and the correct procedures [link removed]uct oneself in a professional manner at all times whilst maintaining an approachable attitude to employees

Profile

You will have a strong understanding of transport regulations regarding ‘O’ Licence, Driver Hours,

Construction and Use Regulations.

Proven experience of managing road health and safety.

Ability to manage a team of professional to achieve and area strategy which is aligned to the Regional and National strategy.

Have track record of contract negotiations.

Knowledge of financial reporting and process awareness.

Strong, proven people management and coaching skills.

Ability to communicate with a range of stakeholders at varying levels of seniority.